/Field Robotics Engineer

Field Robotics Engineer

Chicago, IL, USusvia direct
// Job Type
Full Time
// Salary
Not disclosed
// Posted
2 months ago

About the Role

<p>As a <strong>Field Robotics Engineer</strong>, you will support users of a <strong>dual-arm robotics research platform</strong> used by AI labs, universities, and advanced robotics teams. Your work will focus on helping customers successfully set up and operate their systems while you build strong hands-on experience in <strong>ROS2, Linux, Docker, and robotics software workflows.</strong></p> <p><strong>What You&rsquo;ll Do</strong></p> <ul> <li>Help onboard new robotics platform users (universities, research labs, AI teams) </li> <li>Assist with installation, setup, and initial system configuration </li> <li>Provide technical support under guidance from senior engineers </li> <li>Troubleshoot basic issues in ROS2, Linux environments, and Docker workflows </li> <li>Help maintain and improve documentation, setup guides, and example projects </li> <li>Support simulation and testing workflows (with mentorship) </li> <li>Work with senior engineers to collect and communicate customer feedback </li> <li>Participate in robotics workshops, demos, and conferences (ICRA, RSS, CoRL, etc.) </li> <li>Travel ~30&ndash;40% with structured support and planning</li> </ul> <p><strong>What You Bring</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree (or near completion) in:<br />Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field </li> <li>Exposure to <strong>ROS or ROS2</strong> through coursework, capstone projects, internships, or research </li> <li>Basic experience working in <strong>Linux (Ubuntu)</strong> environments </li> <li>Familiarity with <strong>Python and/or C++</strong> </li> <li>Exposure to <strong>Git/GitHub</strong> in academic or team projects </li> <li>Basic understanding of robotics concepts: <ul> <li>Coordinate frames and transforms </li> <li>Intro kinematics concepts </li> <li>Sensors and actuators (high-level understanding is fine) </li> </ul> </li> <li>Willingness and excitement to learn robotics systems in a fast-paced environment </li> <li>Strong communication skills and the ability to document technical work clearly</li> </ul> <p><em>The role offers a fast learning curve, close mentorship from experienced engineers, and meaningful ownership of real customer-facing technical problems. It&rsquo;s also structured for growth, with a clear path from junior engineer to more senior technical roles as you build depth in robotics systems and applied AI.</em></p> <p><span class="hidden">6846</span></p>

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